The Verdict: Volvo V50 SE
Published : 07 December 2004
It may be lighter on its toes than older models, but this Ford wannabe comes with a hefty price, says David Wilkins
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Published : 07 December 2004
Mercedes has learnt from the failings of its first multi-purpose vehicle and produced a high-image product with substance, writes John Simister
Ford Ranger Thunder: The truck stops here
Published : 05 December 2004
It's big in America, and now Ford wants the Ranger to be Britain's family favourite too. But Michael Booth has a few put downs for the pick-up
The Verdict: VW Touareg 2.5 diesel
Published : 30 November 2004
This VW 4x4 is good looking, spacious and a surprisingly smooth drive for a car of its size, says David Wilkins
Ford Fiesta ST: Party time at last
Published : 30 November 2004
With Ford's Sports Technology badge attached to a Fiesta, John Simister has to get into rally driving mode to enjoy this fiesty new model
Two-wheel test: The Aprilia Tuono
Published : 30 November 2004
The Tuono combines power with precision. Shame it's so ugly, writes Tim Luckhurst
Proton GEN-2: Nice, but...
Published : 28 November 2004
The Proton GEN-2 is inoffensive and very affordable. However, it leaves Michael Booth screaming for more
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG - A beast to take your breath away
Published : 23 November 2004
If you want to stop accelerating when you reach 155mph, then this is the car that will bring you safely back down to earth.
Maybach 62: The non-Roller for high-rollers
Published : 21 November 2004
You've got the Lear jet and the house at the end of a long drive. Now all you need, says Michael Booth, is a Maybach to complete the picture
The Verdict: Volkswagen Phaeton V6
Published : 16 November 2004
An upmarket VW might sound like an oxymoron. But it turns out to be a car with real class, says David Wilkins
Road Test: Renault Modus
Published : 16 November 2004
The Renault Modus offers plenty of gizmos and gadgets, but it falls down on the most basic of hatchback tests: folding seats, says John Simister
Skoda Octavia: Practical but not a joke
Published : 14 November 2004
Heard the one about the Skoda? It's a no-frills way to get from A to B. But if you're looking for prestige, look elsewhere, says Michael Booth
The Verdict: Citroen C2 VTS
Published : 09 November 2004
Citroën's successor to the Saxo VTS has added grunt, but its design won't thrill the boy racers, says Melanie Bien
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf GTI
Published : 09 November 2004
Volkwagen has finally delivered a Golf GTI that once again lives up to its badge. Put simply, it's a much hotter hatchback, writes John Simister
MG SV-R: Power to the (middle-aged) people
Published : 07 November 2004
The MG SV-R is billed as the everyday supercar. Allow Michael Booth to translate: it was built to go from nought to Slough in just seconds
The Verdict: Audi TT 3.2 Roadster DSG
Published : 02 November 2004
The Audi TT has been around a while, but its lasting looks match its great new transmission, says David Wilkins
Road Test: Honda FR-V
Published : 02 November 2004
Honda's answer to the Fiat Multipla is surprisingly comfortable for a compact family car. But, as a marketable idea, it is confused, says John Simister
Hyundai Tucson: This one will run and run
Published : 31 October 2004
If the Hyundai Tucson were a film, critics would dismiss it as a cheap B-movie. But, insists Michael Booth, it would win the audience vote
The Verdict: BMW X3 2.5i SE
Published : 26 October 2004
For dedicated BMW fans, the X3 combines four-wheel-drive style with a lively character, says David Wilkins
Road Test: Citroen C4
Published : 26 October 2004
After some odd diversions, Citroën is back on track with an intriguing creation that triumphantly looks like no other model, says John Simister
BMW 120d: Small and imperfectly formed
Published : 24 October 2004
BMW's new baby is designed to give the Golf a run for its money. But, says Michael Booth, the 1-series is unlikely to worry the folks at VW
The Verdict: Seat Altea
Published : 19 October 2004
It may be a little short on headroom, but the Seat Altea is a solid contender in the hatchback market, says Andrew Stone
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz CLS 55 AMG
Published : 19 October 2004
Surely it's just a designer's fantasy? No, this car actually exists and it cuts such an outrageous dash that it's irresistible, says John Simister
Ascari KZ1-R: Don't forget your golf clubs
Published : 17 October 2004
The KZ1-R comes with little in the way of luxuries. Unless, says Michael Booth, you count Ascari's private racing track in southern Spain
The Verdict: BMW 645CI Convertible
Published : 12 October 2004
Visually intimidating, the latest convertible from BMW goes to some lengths to reassure its driver, reports Andrew Stone
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